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Freddi Poole
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Pool as part of The Three Degrees
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Occupation(s) Singer
Years active 1960s–present
Associated acts The Three Degrees Scherrie Payne and Lynda Laurence, Formerly of the Supremes

Freddi Poole, also known as Freddie Pool, is an American singer. She is famous for singing with two well-known groups: the Former Ladies of the Supremes and the Three Degrees.

About Freddi Poole

Freddi Poole grew up in Los Angeles. She began singing in church when she was only four years old. By the age of fourteen, she signed her first music contract. This was with a girl group called The Delicates. Other members included Darlene Walton, Billie Rae Calvin, and Brenda Joyce Evans. Some of these members later joined another group called the Undisputed Truth.

Singing with the Former Ladies of the Supremes

In July 1996, Freddi joined the group called the Former Ladies of the Supremes. She took the place of Sundray Tucker. In September 2009, news came out that Freddi had left the group. Joyce Vincent Wilson then became the new singer. Joyce had previously sung with Tony Orlando and Dawn.

Joining The Three Degrees

In January 2011, Freddi Poole joined the Three Degrees. She replaced Cynthia Garrison, who could no longer tour. Cynthia was dealing with a health issue called Piriformis syndrome. As of 2024, Freddi Poole is still a member of the Three Degrees.

Freddi Poole's Music

Freddi Poole has released her own music under the name Freddie Pool. Her songs are often released by Driving Wheel Records.

Songs and Albums

  • The Utrecht Sessions - This was an EP (a short album) released in March 2014.
  • Young Hearts Run Free (Radio Mix) - A digital single released in August 2014.
  • Young Hearts Run Free (The Remixes) - More versions of the song, released in March 2015.
  • I Will Survive - A digital single released in June 2015.
  • I Will Survive (Berlin Remixes) - More remixes, released in January 2017.
  • Young Hearts Run Free (Rinaldo Montezz Remix) - Another remix, released in November 2018.
  • I Will Survive (Rinaldo Montezz Freddie Goes To Rio Remix) - A special remix, released in February 2020.
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